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Date Posted: 24/08/02 4:09:58 GMT+10
Author: Chee-toy
Subject: Re: TF Armarda ad for Cartoon Network
In reply to: Armada Convoy 's message, "Re: TF Armarda ad for Cartoon Network" on 19/08/02 7:42:01 GMT+10

>Yes, indeed, Armada does look exciting. The animation
>is pretty nice to look at from what little I've seen
>so far. It seems similar to the Car Robots style but
>with a lot more energy and movement in it.

There have been some complaints about the pacing, but I found it to be very good. Some wresting, good head blows, and very funny ways to get an opponant (perdon spelling) off your case.

>The voices sound pretty nice too. One thing that kind
>of bothered me a little about RID is that all the
>voices were so alike, but with some of our favorite
>voice talants back on board I think this show will be
>top notch.

Many were not pleased with how Starscream's voice was. I'm hoping it's because the VA in still setting in to the role. But Gary, David and so to be Scott, really do their roles well.

>Also, I must agree that Armada looks like a very
>full-on slugfest. I remember reading somewhere that
>an episode of Batman had to be edited because a villan
>named Bane grabbed Robin by the head and such an
>attack was considered too violent by the studio, so
>I'm wondering if the studio releasing Armada is a
>little less strict about such things. Or it's
>possible they don't think kids see robots as role
>models to imitate on the playground so there's no risk
>of a child grabbing the head of a smaller child or
>family pet. Meh, I know I used to make believe I was
>a Transformer all the time so that theory doesn't hold
>much water for me.

The Ol' rule of being unable to hit your target well seems to be working, but Prime make a great joke about it.

>Either way, what I've seen of Armada looks very
>interesting. I'll still miss realistic vehicles,
>though. I know Hasbro have given their reasons for
>avoiding real vehicle designs, but I don't think I'm
>the only one who loved Car Robots/RID solely for the
>fact that the cars were real cars that can be seen on
>the streets (okay, I've only seen Wildride &
>Speedbreaker driving around, but it's something isn't
>it?)
>I think I've ranted and raved enough. Now let's hear
>some of your opinions. :)


I loved it, and will still watch/tape it. Slag to those who whine for G1.

This is NOT G1!!!!!!

This is ARMADA!!!!

New ball game.

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